1944 Packard 12 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Packard 12 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Packard | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7756 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
